The agenda for the 13th Annual Advanced Practice Provider Conference features national and local speakers providing timely topics of interest to nurse practitioners and physician assistants.

7:15 a.m. 

Registration/Breakfast/Exhibitors/Posters

7:45 a.m. 

Welcome

8-9 a.m.

Keynote: What’s Going On, Aspiring Legendary Champions!
Karen Barefoot, Director of Business Development at Industrial Reliability and Repair
NCAA 5X Hall of Famer and Best-Selling Author

Objectives:

  • Analyze and refine leadership execution styles to optimize performance in both professional roles and personal endeavors
  • Identify and implement critical pivots necessary to simultaneously pursue professional excellence and personal fulfillment, mastering the art of “playing to win” in the game of life
  • Transform challenges, setbacks and perceived shortcomings into catalysts for developing a champion’s mindset and vision
  • Cultivate radical responsibility to unlock hidden potential that leads to the creation of lasting organizational impact and a meaningful personal legacy

9:05 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

Breakout Sessions 

9:05-9:50 a.m. - Acute Care Breakout Session #1

Acute Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
Silya Mazigh, M.D.
Riverside Regional Medical Center Hospitalist

Objectives:

  • Differentiate etiologies of acute respiratory failure
  • Utilize ABG results to optimize treatment
  • Identify red flags on CXR
  • Select appropriate therapies for acute management of respiratory failure

9:55-10:40 a.m. - Acute Care Breakout Session #2

Atrial Fibrillation: An Overview for Primary Care
Linda “El” Summers, DMSc, PA-C
Riverside Cardiology Specialists

Objectives:

  • Recognize the prevalence, pathophysiology and risk factors of atrial fibrillation
  • Review AHA, ACC and HRS guidelines
  • Diagnosis of atrial fibrillation: A review of wearable devices
  • Assessment of ChadsVasc risk score to identify appropriate anticoagulation strategies
  • Describe the management and treatment of atrial fibrillation: Ablation versus medical therapy

10:40-11:10 a.m.

Break/Exhibitors/Posters

11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

General Session Breakout 

12:10-1 p.m.

Lunch/Exhibitors/Posters  (12:30-1 p.m. Networking Session for APP students in Grand Ballroom)

1:05-1:50 p.m. - Acute Care Breakout Session #3

Shock Therapies
Katie Valdivieso, AGACNP-BC
Callie Tayrien, AGACNP-BC
Riverside Surgical Specialists

Objectives:

  • Identify pathophysiology of various types of shock in critical care
  • Diagnose early stages of shock
  • Provide initial treatments & stabilization
  • Correctly interpret hemodynamic monitoring
  • Prevent complications associated with shock 

1:55-2:40 p.m. - Acute Care Breakout Session #4

Breaking Down Cardiomyopathy: Understanding the Why, How and What We Can Do About It
Alexandra Ward, M.D.
Riverside Cardiology Specialists

Objectives:

  • Identify pathophysiology of cardiomyopathy
  • Distinguish the various types of cardiomyopathy
  • Outline diagnostic strategies and treatment modalities for management

 

11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m. - General Session Breakout #1

Pharmacology Update: Clinical Toxidromes
Tanya Claiborne, PharmD, BCEMP
Riverside Regional Medical Center

Objectives:

  • Detail history & epidemiology of toxin abuse
  • Determine signs & symptoms of medication misadventures
  • Demonstrate how to obtain an accurate medication history
  • Define toxidromes and key antidotes
  • Differentiate deadly ingestions
  • Discuss emerging substances with abuse potential

11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m. - General Session Breakout #2

Locker Room Leadership: Designing Rituals and Practices That Reinforce Core Values
Karen Barefoot, Director of Business Development at Industrial Reliability and Repair
NCAA 5X Hall of Famer and Best-Selling Author
(Limited to 20 registrants)

Objectives:

  • Identify secrets of building a winning culture
  • Implement rituals and practices in your daily routine to enhance your practice

12:10-1 p.m.

Lunch/Exhibitors/Posters (12:30-1 p.m. Networking Session for APP students in Grand Ballroom)

9:05-9:50 a.m. - Primary Care Breakout Session #1

Ortho Pearls for Hip, Knee and Spine Complaints
Crystal Fesperman, PA-C
Riverside Orthopedic Specialists

Objectives:

  • Review key anatomic landmarks related to hip and knee joints and spine complaints
  • Order appropriate imaging test based on symptoms
  • Perform initial ortho examinations and identify red flags for urgent referral
  • Differentiate appropriate PCP vs. orthopedic specialty referrals for management

9:55-10:40 a.m. - Primary Care Breakout Session #2

Stop the Shaking
Vince Mertz, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP
Riverside Neurosurgical & Spine Specialists

Objectives:

  • Identify the pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease
  • Analyze presenting symptoms of Parkinson’s disease
  • Correlate physical exam findings with the diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease
  • Summarize current/future treatment options for Parkinson’s disease

10:40-11:10 a.m.

Break/Exhibitors/Posters

11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

General Session Breakout 

12:10-1 p.m.

Lunch/Exhibitors/Posters  (12:30-1 p.m. Networking Session for APP students in Grand Ballroom)

1:05-1:50 p.m. - Primary Care Breakout Session #3

Women’s Health With Urology Review and PCOS
Amberly Levan, FNP-C, Riverside Urology Specialists
Kelli MacAdam, DNP, CNM, Riverside Partners in Women’s Health

Objectives:

  • Urology Updates:
    • Distinguish causes of recurrent UTI
    • Select appropriate testing for interstitial cystitis and overactive bladder
    • Evaluate interventions for stress urinary incontinence and atrophic vaginitis
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome:
    • Identify diagnostic criteria for PCOS
    • Individualize medical treatments and lifestyle modifications for PCOS therapies

1:55-2:40 p.m. - Primary Care Breakout Session #4

First Steps in a Rheumatologic Workup: Tips for Referring Providers
Tina Valentine, AGPCNP-C
Victoria Lear, FNP-C
Riverside Rheumatology Specialists

Objectives:

  • Characterize the significance of ANA testing
  • Distinguish appropriate referral criteria
  • Identify signs/symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
  • Diagnose and treat gout

2:40-2:55 p.m.

Break/Exhibitors/Posters

3-4 p.m.

Human Trafficking
Megan Probasco, FNP-C
Riverside Primary Care Hidenwood

Elizabeth Ameling, Traumatologist
Founder and Executive Director, Latisha’s House

Objectives:

  • Describe the various types of human trafficking
  • Differentiate associated signs and symptoms of potential trafficking victims
  • Outline appropriate action when trafficking is suspected
  • Identify community and legal resources for trafficking victims

4-4:10 p.m.

Closing and Raffles